2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 48 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Jazz | Beta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |
